Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $79,130 | $55,733 | +42% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.04 | $26.79 | +42% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $73,953.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $74,738 | $46,200 | $158,400 | 165 |
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in Washington is $79,130, or about $38.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. Washington is +42% above the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in Washington typically earn from $46,200 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,150 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $79,130, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.